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driving advice
distribution of loads: distribute the load in
the trailer so that the heaviest objects are as
close as possible to the axle and the nose
weight is close to the maximum authorised
without, however, exceeding it.
c

ooling: towing a trailer on a slope
increases the coolant temperature.
As the fan is electrically controlled, its
cooling capacity is not dependent on the
engine speed.
On the contrary, use a high gear to lower the
engine speed and reduce your speed.
In all cases, pay attention to the coolant
temperature.
tyres:

check the tyre pressures of the
towing vehicle and of the trailer, observing
the recommended pressures.
Fitting a towbar
We recommend the use of genuine
P euge O t
towbars and their harnesses,

which have been tested and approved from
the design stage of your vehicle and that
the fitting of this equipment is entrusted to a
P
euge O t
dealer
.
t

hese genuine towbars are compatible with
the operation of the rear parking sensors
and the reversing camera, if fitted to your
vehicle.
If this equipment is not fitted by a P
euge O t

dealer

, it must be fitted in line with the
manufacturer's instructions.
Good practice
If the coolant temperature
warning lamp comes on, stop the
vehicle and switch off the engine
as soon as possible.
Refer to the "Checks - Levels and
checks" section.
Brakes: towing increases the braking
distance. Drive at a moderate speed,
change down early and brake gradually. Side wind: sensitivity to side wind is
increased. Drive smoothly and at a
moderate speed. ABS: the system only controls the vehicle,
not the trailer.
r

ear parking sensors: the system is
deactivated while the vehicle is towing with a
genuine P
euge O t
towbar fitted.
Refer to the "

t
echnical data -

Identification markings" section.
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used products
Avoid prolonged contact of used oil or fluids
with the skin.
Most of these fluids are harmful to health or
indeed very corrosive.
Do not discard used oil or fluids into sewers
or onto the ground.
take used oil to a P
euge O t
dealer or

a qualified workshop (France) or to an
authorised waste disposal site.
LEVELS
these regular maintenance operations
will keep your vehicle in good running
order. Ask for advice at a P
euge O t
dealer

or consult the warranty and maintenance
record contained in the handbook pack.
to maintain the reliability of engines and


emission control systems, the use of
additives in engine oil is prohibited.
changing the brake fluid
the brake fluid must be changed at
the intervals stated, according to the
manufacturer's servicing schedule.
u

se fluids recommended by the
manufacturer, which fulfil DO
t 4 standards.
t

he level must be between the MI n and
MA
x marks on the reservoir.
If fluid has to be added frequently, this
indicates a failure which must be checked by
a P
euge O t
dealer or a qualified workshop

as soon as possible.
If you have to remove/refit the engine
styling cover, handle it with care to
avoid damaging the fixing clips.
d

ipstickt
here are two marks on
the dipstick:
o

il change
It is imperative that this is carried out at the
intervals specified in the manufacturer's
servicing schedule. Ask for advice at at
P
euge
O
t
dealer

.
Remove the dipstick before filling.
Check the level after filling (never exceed
the maximum mark).
Screw the cap back onto the sump before
closing the bonnet.
Viscosity selection
When topping-up, the oil selected must meet
the manufacturer's requirements.
Warning lamps
Checking by means of the warning
lamps on the instrument panel is
described in the "Ready to set off -
Instruments and controls" section.
A
= maximum
If you fill past this mark,
contact a P
euge
O
t

dealer or a qualified


workshop.
B = minimum
Never allow the level to fall
below this mark.
oil level
Check the level regularly and top up
between changes.
t
he maximum
consumption is 0.5 litre per 600 miles
(1 000
km). Check the level with the vehicle
level, engine cold, using the dipstick.
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the presence of this label, in particular with
the Stop & Start system, indicates the use of
a specific 12
V lead-acid battery with special
technology and specification. The involvement
of a PEUGEOT dealer or a qualified workshop
is essential when replacing or disconnecting
the battery.
t
hese operations will keep your vehicle
in good running order. Ask for advice
from a P euge O t
dealer or refer to the

warranty and maintenance record included
in the handbook pack.
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Battery
At the start of winter, have your battery
checked by a P euge O t
dealer or a

qualified workshop.
Bleeding water from the diesel
filter
If this warning lamp comes on,
bleed the filter, or bleed regularly
each time the engine oil is
changed.
to drain the water out, unscrew the bleed


screw or the water in Diesel sensor, located
at the base of the filter. Leave open until
all of the water has been drained out.
t

hen
tighten the bleed screw or the water sensor.
Air filter and passenger
compartment filter
A clogged passenger compartment filter
may reduce the performance of the
air conditioning system and generate
undesirable odours.
t

he replacement
intervals for these components are given in
the warranty and maintenance record.
Depending on the environment (dusty
atmosphere...) and the use of the vehicle
(urban driving...), change them twice as
often if necessary.
Refer to the "Checks -
u nder the
bonnet" section.
HDi engines use advanced technology.
All work requires a special qualification
which is guaranteed by a P
euge
O
t
dealer


or a qualified workshop.
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